Zostel Old Manali features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Manāli. Located around a 16-minute walk from Hidimba Devi Temple, the hostel with free WiFi is also 400 yards away from Manu Temple. Certain rooms at the property include a patio with a garden view. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a shower, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer mountain views. The hostel offers a vegetarian or halal breakfast. Guests at Zostel Old Manali will be able to enjoy activities in and around Manāli, like hiking and cycling. Speaking English and Hindi, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk. Circuit House is a 16-minute walk from the accommodation, while Himalayan Nyinmapa Tibetan Buddhist Monastery is 2.7 miles away. Kullu–Manali Airport is 33 miles from the property.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Zostel
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Halal


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
8.1

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pavan
    the Netherlands the Netherlands
    Facilities on offer such as food round the clock, friendly staff
  • Basheer
    India India
    The breakfast is good. And the location has a good view. The wifi is also fast and the location has 5g network coverage.
  • Sakshi
    India India
    i like the rooms, staff is very helpful and food is very tasty. I must say you have to experience the zostel old manali
  • Suvinay
    India India
    This was my 3rd stay at zostel. Really loved the vibe, the people and the food.
  • Devansh
    India India
    I planned to stay at Zostel Manali for 2 days and ended up staying for 5 days instead, all because of the charming host at the property, Vandana Rawat who was very welcoming and made my stay there very comfortable. Travelling solo isn't easy, but...
  • Astha
    India India
    Great spaces to hangout and mingle with others. Extremely friendly staff and volunteers.
  • Suhas
    India India
    Friendly staff. Good cleanliness. Room for freshening up and resting before and after check-in/checkout. Luggage room. Amazing location in the middle of a village. Good common area.
  • Smriti
    India India
    I stayed at Zostel Manali during my first ever solo trip and loved it even more when I returned a second time! If you're planning to travel solo, Zostel Manali is the place for you. The location is breathtaking with beautiful cherry trees all...
  • Subramanian
    India India
    Zostel has the best view and they offer great service. Highly recommended for Solo Travellers as well as for group who love hostel's atmosphere.
  • Mridul
    India India
    The whole vibe was excellent. Friendly staff and Pritam bhai were lovely to hang out with. Perfect Location.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Sneaky
    • Cuisine
      American • Belgian • Chinese • British • French • Indian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Nepalese • Pizza • Local • Asian • International • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Modern

Amenities of Zostel Old Manali
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Game room

Food & Drink

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi

House rules
Zostel Old Manali takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay debit cardUnionPay credit cardCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

- We strictly DO NOT allow a group of more than 4 people. In case of a group of 3 or more, you might be purposefully allotted different dorm rooms. Further, if the group behavior is deemed unfit at the property, the Zostel Property Manager, upon subjective evaluation, retains the full right to take required action which may also result in an on-spot cancellation without refunds.

- Children below 18 years of age are not permitted entry/stay at any of our hostels, with or without guardians. We do not recommend families.

- We only accept a government ID as valid identification proof. No local IDs shall be accepted at the time of check-in.

- Guests are not permitted to bring outsiders inside the hostel campus.

- We believe in self-help and do not provide luggage assistance or room services.

- Drugs and any substance abuse is strictly banned inside and around the property.

- Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited in and around the property premises.

- Right to admission reserved.

Note: To reach the hostel, everyone must walk 656 ft from Drifter’s Café through a village.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Zostel Old Manali of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Zostel Old Manali

  • Zostel Old Manali has 1 restaurant:

    • Sneaky
  • Zostel Old Manali is 1.2 miles from the center of Manāli. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Zostel Old Manali offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Tour or class about local culture
  • Check-in at Zostel Old Manali is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Zostel Old Manali may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Zostel Old Manali can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Halal